The Secondary Assistance Scheme (SAS) is available to assist eligible families with secondary schooling costs for students in Years 7–12. This allowance consists of two components:
The Secondary Assistance Scheme is available to holders of Centrelink Health Care, Pensioner Concession or Veterans’ Affairs Pensioner Concession Cards who meet the eligibility criteria.
Application forms can be downloaded using the link at the bottom of this page. Applications can be made in person at the school by the cardholder, or emailed through to Como.SC.Finance@education.wa.edu.au, provided the applicant includes a copy of both sides of their concession card with their application.
Applications close on 2 April 2026.
The Education Program Allowance ($235) is paid directly to the school and applied to program charges in the first instance, with any residual to be applied to Voluntary Contributions for Years 7–10. For those parents/guardians who elect to direct their Uniform Allowance ($115) to the school, these funds will also be deducted from the compulsory charges first and then voluntary contributions for Years 7–10.
Parents must apply for the Secondary Assistance Scheme each school year (annually) – applications do not carry forward to future years.
Como Secondary College is aware that the payment of Charges and Voluntary Contributions (C&VC) can be a burden for some families. Therefore, families experiencing financial difficulties/hardship are urged to make contact with the Finance Office as soon as possible to discuss payment plan options. Disregarding accounts and reminders is unhelpful to all parties and prevents the school from being able to assist you.
Please contact the Finance Office by emailing Como.SC.Finance@education.wa.edu.au or by telephoning 9365 2000.
Application form: 2026 Secondary Assistance Application Form Years 7-12 Education Program and Uniform Allowance
